National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership headquartered in Mount Pleasant, SC launches inaugural training

Medal of Honor Values Take Center Stage at Groundbreaking Leadership Training Hosted by the Mt. Pleasant-Based Nonprofit 

National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership launches inaugural training with welcome from two of the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients 

MT. PLEASANT, S.C. — (Jan. 17, 2025) The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, headquartered in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., hosted “Building High-Trust, High-Performing Teams: Overcoming Challenges Through Core Values,” its inaugural leadership training with the Henderson Fire Department in Henderson, Nev., on Jan. 15-16, 2025. The training kicked off with a welcome address from two of the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients, Earl Plumlee and Leroy Petry, both of the War on Terrorism-Afghanistan.

Over the two-day training, the Center for Leadership trained more than 100 fire and police department staff with the goals to strengthen teamwork and address challenges by embracing the six core Medal of Honor values, which include courage, sacrifice, patriotism, citizenship, integrity and commitment.

“The training provided an opportunity to not only explore the challenges teams face but to also see how the core Medal of Honor values can be applied to overcome those obstacles,” says Medal of Honor recipient Earl Plumlee. “By emphasizing these values, the program equips leaders to build stronger, more cohesive teams that can thrive in even the most demanding environments.”

The training incorporated a dynamic blend of offerings, including interactive storytelling sessions led by Medal of Honor recipients, scenario-based workshops addressing common team dysfunctions, and opportunities for participants to develop actionable leadership strategies. Participants explored essential leadership themes such as building trust, embracing productive conflict, fostering commitment, promoting accountability and aligning team goals for collective success.

“Leadership is about inspiring others to achieve more than they thought possible,” says Medal of Honor recipient Leroy Petry. “The Medal of Honor values are the foundation for leaders who want to create a meaningful impact on their teams and communities.”

The program received high praise from Henderson Fire Department Chief Scott Vivier, who highlighted the relevance of the training to his team’s mission. “The Medal of Honor values align perfectly with the principles we strive to uphold as first responders,” says Chief Scott Vivier. “This training was transformative for our department and will have a lasting impact on how we serve our community.”

The training was held at the East Police Station, located at 223 Lead St., Henderson, Nev. 89015.

“This is just the beginning of our journey to inspire leaders across the nation,” says Thomas Mundell, president and CEO of the Center for Leadership. “By sharing the timeless lessons of Medal of Honor recipients, we aim to equip individuals and teams with the tools they need to be successful leaders.”

Looking ahead, the Center for Leadership will continue to expand its offerings through a comprehensive series of nationwide trainings and events, both virtual and in-person, to teach leadership skills and create a space for dialogue among Medal of Honor recipients. The Center’s leadership program will offer a broad range of courses, materials and experiences to learners at different stages of their leadership journey—whether in a boardroom, a classroom or their personal lives. Learn about upcoming events: https://mohcenterforleadership.org/events/.

The Center for Leadership has plans to build a 50,000-square-foot training center and immersive visitor experience at Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. The facility will feature training spaces, cutting-edge multimedia exhibits, interactive galleries and experiential installations designed to bring the stories of Medal of Honor recipients to life.

To learn more and/or donate to the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, visit https://mohcenterforleadership.org/.

About the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership

The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership’s mission is to inspire, develop, empower and challenge leaders through the values embodied by our country’s Medal of Honor Recipients. With a nationwide digital educational platform and audience-curated visitor experiences, Americans of all ages, backgrounds and locations will learn leadership values of courage, sacrifice, citizenship, integrity, commitment and patriotism to inspire them to transform lives, shape the future, and carry forward the best traditions of what it means to be an American. For more information, visit www.mohcenterforleadership.org.Medal of Honor Values Take Center Stage at Groundbreaking Leadership Training Hosted by the Mt. Pleasant-Based Nonprofit 

National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership launches inaugural training with welcome from two of the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients 

MT. PLEASANT, S.C. — (Jan. 17, 2025) The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, headquartered in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., hosted “Building High-Trust, High-Performing Teams: Overcoming Challenges Through Core Values,” its inaugural leadership training with the Henderson Fire Department in Henderson, Nev., on Jan. 15-16, 2025. The training kicked off with a welcome address from two of the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients, Earl Plumlee and Leroy Petry, both of the War on Terrorism-Afghanistan.

Over the two-day training, the Center for Leadership trained more than 100 fire and police department staff with the goals to strengthen teamwork and address challenges by embracing the six core Medal of Honor values, which include courage, sacrifice, patriotism, citizenship, integrity and commitment.

“The training provided an opportunity to not only explore the challenges teams face but to also see how the core Medal of Honor values can be applied to overcome those obstacles,” says Medal of Honor recipient Earl Plumlee. “By emphasizing these values, the program equips leaders to build stronger, more cohesive teams that can thrive in even the most demanding environments.”

The training incorporated a dynamic blend of offerings, including interactive storytelling sessions led by Medal of Honor recipients, scenario-based workshops addressing common team dysfunctions, and opportunities for participants to develop actionable leadership strategies. Participants explored essential leadership themes such as building trust, embracing productive conflict, fostering commitment, promoting accountability and aligning team goals for collective success.

“Leadership is about inspiring others to achieve more than they thought possible,” says Medal of Honor recipient Leroy Petry. “The Medal of Honor values are the foundation for leaders who want to create a meaningful impact on their teams and communities.”

The program received high praise from Henderson Fire Department Chief Scott Vivier, who highlighted the relevance of the training to his team’s mission. “The Medal of Honor values align perfectly with the principles we strive to uphold as first responders,” says Chief Scott Vivier. “This training was transformative for our department and will have a lasting impact on how we serve our community.”

The training was held at the East Police Station, located at 223 Lead St., Henderson, Nev. 89015.

“This is just the beginning of our journey to inspire leaders across the nation,” says Thomas Mundell, president and CEO of the Center for Leadership. “By sharing the timeless lessons of Medal of Honor recipients, we aim to equip individuals and teams with the tools they need to be successful leaders.”

Looking ahead, the Center for Leadership will continue to expand its offerings through a comprehensive series of nationwide trainings and events, both virtual and in-person, to teach leadership skills and create a space for dialogue among Medal of Honor recipients. The Center’s leadership program will offer a broad range of courses, materials and experiences to learners at different stages of their leadership journey—whether in a boardroom, a classroom or their personal lives. Learn about upcoming events: https://mohcenterforleadership.org/events/.

The Center for Leadership has plans to build a 50,000-square-foot training center and immersive visitor experience at Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. The facility will feature training spaces, cutting-edge multimedia exhibits, interactive galleries and experiential installations designed to bring the stories of Medal of Honor recipients to life.

To learn more and/or donate to the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, visit https://mohcenterforleadership.org/.

About the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership

The National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership’s mission is to inspire, develop, empower and challenge leaders through the values embodied by our country’s Medal of Honor Recipients. With a nationwide digital educational platform and audience-curated visitor experiences, Americans of all ages, backgrounds and locations will learn leadership values of courage, sacrifice, citizenship, integrity, commitment and patriotism to inspire them to transform lives, shape the future, and carry forward the best traditions of what it means to be an American. For more information, visit www.mohcenterforleadership.org.

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